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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 21h

The Michelangelo of minced meat, the Rodin of repurposed pork on winning Reading Terminal Market’s second annual Scrapple Sculpting Contest.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 21h

Patrick Moser was crowned champion for his version of the Eagles’ Tush Push, which he called the “Mush Push.”

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 21h

Scrappy sculptors slivered away at slabs of solidified swine parts in search of aesthetic excellence and gastronomical glory at Reading Terminal Market’s second annual Scrapple Sculpting Contest Friday.

Philly’s Scrapple Sculpting Contest was won by a Delco tattooer who carved the Tush Push

Philadelphia Art Museum director and CEO Sasha Suda, who judged the competition, said the winning sculpture pushed scrapple "to its absolute limits."

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 1d

The Italian-ish menu at Corio ventures beyond the expected with creative pizzas topped with rabbit, fusion pastas, big steaks, and steady waves of spice, according to Inquirer restaurant critic Craig LaBan.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 3d

The Fishtown branch of Haraz, the growing Yemeni coffeehouse chain, serves two purposes: offering a non-alcoholic alternative third space in a buzzing bar scene, and sharing its owners’ Pakistani heritage.

Fishtown’s newest pastry destination celebrates Yemeni coffee culture — and it stays open late

Haraz Fishtown is the second Yemeni coffeehouse to open in Philly. This women-led location will host a grand opening on Oct. 10 with free drinks, henna, and a live DJ.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 4d

The Brew Room isn’t about the fast-paced coffee model that Americans are used to. Rather, it’s designed to be a community watering hole — a place to eat, drink, study, work, and socialize (though it will have grab-and-go options, too).

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 5d

New details emerge on how 24,000 bottles of Guy Fieri’s tequila were stolen on their way to Montco.

A dark day in Flavortown: How 24,000 bottles of Guy Fieri’s tequila were stolen on their way to Montco

Roughly $1 million worth of Guy Fieri’s Santo Tequila went missing while en route to Lansdale, thanks to an international crime group.

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Wisconsin-based Kwik Trip rose in the ranks to claim this year’s No. 1 spot, two points above Wawa and Sheetz.

Wawa and Sheetz tied at No. 2 for customer satisfaction in national survey

The results add fuel to the intrastate rivalry of convenience-store giants, each of which is looking to encroach on the other's long-held territory.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 7d

Iron Hill owes more than $20 million to creditors and has about $125,000 in the bank, according to documents filed over the weekend in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey.

Iron Hill Brewery has officially filed for bankruptcy, saying it has $125,000 in cash and owes creditors $20 million

Meanwhile, the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office is monitoring consumer complaints about Iron Hill gift cards that were purchased and cannot be used.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 8d

Vincent Termini Sr., 86, whose father and uncle founded Termini Bros. Bakery in 1921 and operated it for decades, has died, the family announced Sunday.

“Funny, compassionate, and endlessly generous — Vincent Sr. was a man whose warmth filled every room he entered,” the family wrote.

Vincent Termini Sr., 86, patriarch of the Termini Bros. Bakery, has died

Mr. Termini, known as "Mr. Vince," was a familiar figure at the family bakery in South Philadelphia, especially on Christmas Eve.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 12d

Erewhon posted an Instagram slideshow Tuesday morning with a map of Philly captioned, "The Taste of Erewhon in Your City. Coming soon." It doesn't mean what you think.

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Is Erewhon coming to Philly? Even the bougie Los Angeles-based grocer isn’t sure

Erewhon posted an Instagram slideshow Tuesday morning with a map of Philly captioned, "The Taste of Erewhon in Your City. Coming soon." It doesn't mean what you think.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 13d

Cantina La Martina, chef Dionicio Jiménez’s highly regarded Mexican restaurant in Kensington, will close in November after nearly four years at the corner of D Street and Kensington Avenue.

Kensington’s Cantina La Martina, from James Beard-nominated chef Dionicio Jiménez, is closing

After a nearly four-year run, the restaurant's owners have decided not to renew their lease on the space at the corner of D Street and Kensington Avenue.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 13d

Joey Baldino, who owns the acclaimed South Jersey BYOB Zeppoli as well as South Philly’s retro Palizzi Social Club, grew up going to Bomb Bomb Bar and felt a sense of duty to keep it going — and lean into the seafood menu.

Palizzi chef-owner Joey Baldino reopens an old-school South Philly joint with a seafood menu

Chef Joey Baldino, who restored South Philly's Palizzi Social Club, has reopened Bomb Bomb as a classic corner bar, now with a fixed-price seafood menu perfect for sharing.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 14d

Although the Southeast Asian Market is a nationally renowned food destination, it is so much more for Philly’s Cambodian, Lao, Thai, and Indonesian communities.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 14d

The cuts come as Starbucks has seen sales decline at stores open for at least a year for six consecutive quarters. The company’s shares have fallen about 12% in the past year.

Why Starbucks is closing these six Philly locations

Starbucks has seen sales decline over six consecutive quarters.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 15d

Jesse Ito and Justin Bacharach, partnered with Royal co-owner Stephen Simons, opened dancerobot’s 80-seat Resy book on Friday. In less than an hour, all 30 days of reservations were spoken for.

Dancerobot, from Royal Sushi and Izakaya chefs Jesse Ito and Justin Bacharach, was booked up even before it opened

The sequel to the acclaimed Royal Sushi & Izakaya is bringing novel Japanese food stylings and '80s vibes to Rittenhouse — but no sushi, ramen, or yakitori.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 15d

🍸 Martinis are a bit like those Choose Your Own Adventure books: They can be salty, funky, citrusy, and a little weird, or strictly by the book.

🍸 In restaurants and bars around town, the options are vast and highly individualized.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 16d

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant’s abrupt closing of all locations leaves gift card holders mostly out of luck.

Got an Iron Hill gift card still? Here’s what will happen after the bankruptcy filing

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant’s closing of all locations leaves gift card holders mostly out of luck. As employees and customers scramble in the aftermath, many wonder what will happen to them.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 18d

Three of Philadelphia's most popular restaurants snagged coveted places on the first-ever North America restaurant list.

Three Philly restaurants named to North America’s 50 Best Restaurants

Philly won big at the inaugural North America's 50 Best Restaurants awards in Las Vegas.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 19d

The mass closure comes two weeks after the brewery closed its locations in Chestnut Hill, Voorhees, and Newark, Del. At the time, leaders pledged to keep other restaurants open, with CEO Mark Kirke saying “this is truly part of a larger growth story.”

Iron Hill Brewery has closed all locations

“We sincerely hope to return in the future, and when we do, we promise to welcome you with open arms,” Iron Hill management wrote Thursday in a Facebook post.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 19d

Want a rare inside look at the mind behind Parc, Buddakan, Borromini, and more?

Join us as Stephen Starr takes the stage with Inquirer food writer Mike Klein — only at The Inquirer Food Fest on November 15!

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 19d

Venture-backed, TikTok-popular PopUp Bagels is planning to open eight shops in the Philadelphia area, starting in Ardmore’s Suburban Square. Gluten hounds have thoughts.

PopUp Bagels, Philly’s most anticipated new bagel shop, comes with rules and a viral TikTok following

PopUp Bagel’s concept is simple, if a little peculiar: no slicing, no sandwiches, and, most importantly, no loosies.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 21d

History was made on South Street last week.

Philly’s first queer women’s sports bar, Marsha’s, opened its doors — and the line wrapped around the block.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 21d

Grace Tavern, the post-Prohibition vintage bar just off 23rd and South Streets that closed in January, is coming back today under new owners.

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Philadelphia Inquirer Food @phillyinqfood.bsky.social · 25d

Expect James Beard Award winners, beloved bakeries, live music, and hands-on food experiences.

The Inquirer launches first Philly food fest with top chefs, bakers, and live music

The first-ever Inquirer Food Fest comes to the Fillmore on Nov. 15, 2025. Here’s what to know about tickets, prices, restaurants, bakeries, performances, and hands-on experiences.

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